University of Guelph Library
Note: Not all workshops are offered each semester.
Note: No more workshops are currently planned for Winter 2008.
Introduction to GIS – ArcGIS 9.x
This half-day workshop will provide participants with a basic overview of ArcGIS. This is an opportunity for people who are new to ArcGIS, or are migrating from ArcView to become familiar with the ArcGIS system. During this course, methods will be introduced to the creation, storage, query, analysis, and display of geographic data. Upon completion of the workshop, participants will have gained a basic understanding of how to manipulate spatial data and use maps to present data clearly and efficiently in ArcGIS.
Prerequisites: Strong familiarity with Windows
Instructors: Data Resource Staff
Type: theory and hands on
Length: 4 hours
Geoprocessing in ArcGIS 9.x
This half-day workshop will provide a practical approach to using ArcGIS vector geoprocessing tools to accomplish common GIS tasks. Topics will include preprocessing and re-projection spatial data, working with attribute tables and spatial queries, geo-referencing and editing data, and usage of main geoprocessing tools.During this course, methods will be introduced to advanced techniques in the creation, storage, query, and analysis of geographic data.
Prerequisites: Introduction to GIS – ArcGIS, or equivalent experience
Instructors: DRC Staff
Type: theory and hands on
Length: 4 hours
Using Statistical Data in a GIS – ArcGIS 9.x
This session will focus on how to find and access the Library's spatial and statistical data and bring it into a GIS. Examples of downloading, unzipping and preparing different types of data files will be explored along with how to join statistical tables when working in a GIS. Session participants will gain an understanding of the various types of geospatial data that is available through the Library. They will also be shown how to use Nesstar to search for and download statistical data which can be imported and used in mapping software.
Prerequisites: Introduction to GIS – ArcGIS, or equivalent experience.
Instructors: DRC Staff
Type: theory and hands on
Length: 4 hours
Planning a GIS Project – ArcGIS 9.x
This half-day workshop will provide participants with an overview of the planning process in a GIS project. Topics include data acquisition and creation, data preparation for analysis, and metadata development using ArcMap and ArcCatalog.
Prerequisites: Introduction to GIS – ArcGIS, or equivalent experience.
Instructors: DRC Staff
Type: theory and hands on
Length: 4 hours
Map Design in GIS – ArcGIS 9.x
Maps are a form of visual communication. After viewing a map the reader should gain spatial knowledge and understanding. If your map does not facilitate spatial understanding either the map needs to be altered or a map is not an appropriate communication tool for your project. This half day workshop will provide participants with an overview of the main points of map design processes in ArcGIS. Topics will include working with data classification for thematic map design and layout and output of main map elements in ArcMap. During this course methods will be introduced to symbolization principles for digital map design, layout and output in GIS.
Prerequisites: Introduction to GIS – ArcGIS, or equivalent experience
Instructors: DRC Staff
Type: theory and hands on
Length: 4 hours
Spatial Analyst and ModelBuilder – ArcGIS 9.x
This half-day workshop will provide participants with an overview how to produce and control raster data using ArcGIS Spatial Analyst. Spatial Analyst provides a powerful set of tools for spatial modeling and analysis of geographic data. ModelBuilder is an interactive environment for visualizing and executing workflows.
During this course, participants will be introduced to spatial raster analysis techniques for suitability and surface analysis, and spatial modeling processes. Participants will learn how to convert feature-based data to raster, derive new information from surfaces, perform neighborhood analyses, create Map Algebra expressions, and reclassify raster data. In addition, spatial model will be constructed and executed in ModelBuilder.
Prerequisites: Introduction to GIS – ArcGIS, or equivalent experience.
Instructors: DRC Staff
Type: theory and hands on
Length: 4 hours
Geostatistical Analyst – ArcGIS 9.x
Optimal prediction surfaces with the probability and standard error can be explored, visualized, and created with the ArcGIS Geostatistical Analyst. This half-day workshop will teach how to create and compare interpolated surfaces.
During this course, participants will be introduced how to apply Geostatistical Analyst for exploratory spatial data analysis, calculation and modeling of the surface properties of nearby locations, and s urface prediction and assessment of results.
Prerequisites: Introduction to GIS – ArcGIS, or equivalent experience.
Instructors: DRC Staff
Type: theory and hands on
Length: 4 hours
Customizing ArcGIS 9.x
This half-day workshop will introduce easy ways to add custom functionality to the ArcMap and ArcCatalog default interface by rearranging interface controls and taking advantage of available code samples.
During this course, participants will learn how to rearrange basic elements of the interface, customize toolbars and menus, and create custom tools and buttons. Additionally, participants learn how to locate and implement existing VBA code samples to add custom functionality, and use code in the field calculator to make advanced calculations.
Prerequisites: Introduction to GIS – ArcGIS, or equivalent experience
Instructors: DRC Staff
Type: theory and hands on
Length: 4 hoursData Access
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